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Nishikito Japanese Threads. “Nishikiito” is the Cosmo brand metallic thread for hand embroidery. This thread is crafted with the same technique to produce gold thread used in traditional Japanese clothing in the former capital of Japan, Kyoto.
Neon colours contain 50m per spool; all other colours contain 20m per spool.
Nishikiito is available with 5 different styles of metallic threads that can make accents in a wide variety of needlework and craft projects.
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Nishiki (Colours 1 to 23)
“Nishiki” style is the type often used for Obi belts of Japanese traditional clothing, Kimono. This thread has subtle metallic colors and is resistant to friction, good for not only stitching but also making tatting lace and tassels.
Approx. 20 meter per spool / Equivalent to No. 5 to 6 count
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Kagami (Colours 24 to 33)
“Kagami” style has sparklier presence thanks to its twisting technique and abundant glitter. Soft touch feeling is best for both cross-stitching and embroidery.
Approx. 20 meter per spool / Equivalent to No. 14 count
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Opali (Colours 101 to 112)
“Opali” style has film-like smooth texture and multi-color reflection like Opal stones. Semitransparent look allows light to faintly pass it through and creates unique nuance.
Approx. 20 meter per spool / Equivalent to No. 11 count
“Opali” is former No. 78 “Shabon-Dama” thread, now available in the same blister package as No. 77 “nishikiito”.
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Champagni (Colours 201 to 206)
“Champagni” style has pastel colored gentle sparkles like bubbles in champagne. With its soft and smooth hand feeling, it is comfortable to keep stitching.
Approx. 20 meter per spool / Equivalent to No. 10 count
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Neoni (Colours 301 to 306)
“Neoni” style is an eye-catching bright color series. These threads give dramatic impact to your needlework even with just a small amount. You can also use as many strands as you like depending on your projects for each strand is extra-fine.
Approx. 50 meter per spool / Equivalent to No. 25 count
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